Chief executive
A state governor represents his/her state, but doesn't have a role in the federal system.
The role of the U.S. president.
The role of the U.S. president.
Another name for the governor of a state is "chief executive." In some contexts, the governor may also be referred to as the "head of state" or "state leader." These titles emphasize the governor's role in overseeing the executive branch of the state government.
Arnold Schwarzenegger
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Governor.
The governor-general's role is mostly ceremonial with little real power.
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